We are stoked to welcome Around Baking Company back to the taproom! They will be slining pizzas from 4:30-7:30pm. Check out their menu here!
Join us every Wednesday night for Geeks Who Drink trivia, a pub style quiz! Quizmaster Hayley will lead you on an adventure with topics ranging from celebrities in trouble to wordplay to bad television. Come by yourself, or with a team of up to six people!
Also, PizzaMI is back! They will be set up in our parking lot. Get here early to order some fresh za!
More info at the official blog: https://www.geekswhodrink.com/venues/1182372766/
Newbie? That’s OK!
Bring a team (up to 6), or join one at the bar
It’s free to play (but order something, ya cheapskate)
Expect 70-ish questions over 2 hours
Win free prizes*
Go on to massive fame, fortune, a happy home life, self-realization, etc.
Join us every Wednesday night for Geeks Who Drink trivia, a pub style quiz! Quizmaster Hayley will lead you on an adventure with topics ranging from celebrities in trouble to wordplay to bad television. Come by yourself, or with a team of up to six people!
Also, PizzaMI is back! They will be set up in our parking lot. Get here early to order some fresh za!
More info at the official blog: https://www.geekswhodrink.com/venues/1182372766/
Newbie? That’s OK!
Bring a team (up to 6), or join one at the bar
It’s free to play (but order something, ya cheapskate)
Expect 70-ish questions over 2 hours
Win free prizes*
Go on to massive fame, fortune, a happy home life, self-realization, etc.
We are stoked to bring VESPA back to the taproom for another Free Show Friday!
“Vespa perfectly pairs the emotional and bold brass of a seasoned saxophonist with the pure passion of a musician finding her voice.”
Music starts at 9pm!
Join us every Wednesday night for Geeks Who Drink trivia, a pub style quiz! Quizmaster Hayley will lead you on an adventure with topics ranging from celebrities in trouble to wordplay to bad television. Come by yourself, or with a team of up to six people!
Also, PizzaMI is back! They will be set up in our parking lot. Get here early to order some fresh za!
More info at the official blog: https://www.geekswhodrink.com/venues/1182372766/
Newbie? That’s OK!
Bring a team (up to 6), or join one at the bar
It’s free to play (but order something, ya cheapskate)
Expect 70-ish questions over 2 hours
Win free prizes*
Go on to massive fame, fortune, a happy home life, self-realization, etc.
Based in Grand Rapids, Normal Mode is a dynamic group exploring their distinctive style of lo-fi space travel music. Consisting of Dutcher Snedeker (piano and keyboards), Ian Thompson (electric bass), Nathan Coles (drums), and Adam Marth (guitar) they showcase an impressive versatility in their musical exploration. Normal Mode's performances are a testament to their eclectic style, seamlessly weaving together floating ethereal soundscapes and head-bobbing grooves. Their music incorporates a variety of genres, including jazz, electronic, rock, and funk, all while leaving ample room for improvisation.
Sunken Melody is a Grand Rapids based Ambient project by Steve Leaf that makes use of guitar and electronic loops to create serene instrumental music.
Music starts just after 8.
21+ Only. FREE to attend!
Join us every Wednesday night for Geeks Who Drink trivia, a pub style quiz! Quizmaster Hayley will lead you on an adventure with topics ranging from celebrities in trouble to wordplay to bad television. Come by yourself, or with a team of up to six people!
Also, PizzaMI is back! They will be set up in our parking lot. Get here early to order some fresh za!
More info at the official blog: https://www.geekswhodrink.com/venues/1182372766/
Newbie? That’s OK!
Bring a team (up to 6), or join one at the bar
It’s free to play (but order something, ya cheapskate)
Expect 70-ish questions over 2 hours
Win free prizes*
Go on to massive fame, fortune, a happy home life, self-realization, etc.
THE MOONRAYS return to the Speciation stage!
Don't miss out on their unique blend of Retro Surf, Cosmic Blues & Atomic Rock!
The Moonrays will be playing every last Friday of the month at Speciation.
Music from 8-11pm!
Join us every Wednesday night for Geeks Who Drink trivia, a pub style quiz! Quizmaster Hayley will lead you on an adventure with topics ranging from celebrities in trouble to wordplay to bad television. Come by yourself, or with a team of up to six people!
Also, PizzaMI is back! They will be set up in our parking lot. Get here early to order some fresh za!
More info at the official blog: https://www.geekswhodrink.com/venues/1182372766/
Newbie? That’s OK!
Bring a team (up to 6), or join one at the bar
It’s free to play (but order something, ya cheapskate)
Expect 70-ish questions over 2 hours
Win free prizes*
Go on to massive fame, fortune, a happy home life, self-realization, etc.
THE MOONRAYS return to the Speciation stage!
Don't miss out on their unique blend of Retro Surf, Cosmic Blues & Atomic Rock!
The Moonrays will be playing every last Friday of the month at Speciation.
Music from 8-11pm!
THE MOONRAYS return to the Speciation stage!
Don't miss out on their unique blend of Retro Surf, Cosmic Blues & Atomic Rock!
The Moonrays will be playing every last Friday of the month at Speciation.
Music from 8-11pm!
BUNKERMAN - DETROIT
A collaborative electronic duo project featuring @galenbundy on keys and @travis_aukerman on drums. Propelled by new age sounds and genre-bending explorations of jazz, indie, rock, and original compositions, the duo contributes a thoughtful and inspired take on the direction of modern music.
9pm // FREE // 21+
PizzaMI will be slinging za outside out taproom! Get to the show early and grab a delicious farm to table pizza! Their menu can be found here: https://www.pizzamitruck.com
There's more species of life living in West Michigan than Yellowstone National Park - and these species deserve to have their stories told for all to hear! Join us as Spencer High from Querkus Creative guides us through some of the most fun, interesting and unique stories from the life that calls West Michigan home. This evening's presentation is free to attend, runs from 7-9pm and will take place in 3 acts - Life, Love and Death.
Join us every Wednesday night for Geeks Who Drink trivia, a pub style quiz! Quizmaster Hayley will lead you on an adventure with topics ranging from celebrities in trouble to wordplay to bad television. Come by yourself, or with a team of up to six people!
Also, PizzaMI is back! They will be set up in our parking lot. Get here early to order some fresh za!
More info at the official blog: https://www.geekswhodrink.com/venues/1182372766/
Newbie? That’s OK!
Bring a team (up to 6), or join one at the bar
It’s free to play (but order something, ya cheapskate)
Expect 70-ish questions over 2 hours
Win free prizes*
Go on to massive fame, fortune, a happy home life, self-realization, etc.
Join us for another edition of Silent Book Club… this time our friends at Grand Rapids Public Library will be setting up a table to offer library card registrations, share their events calendar and other free resources, plus… library swag for all!
Here’s how it works:
Bring Your Own Book (BYO Book)
There is no assigned reading material, so you can choose whatever book you prefer.
All book formats are welcome, whether you have a physical book, an e-reader, or even an audiobook.
Join us for an hour of dedicated reading in a cozy atmosphere.
After the reading hour, feel free to socialize with others, or you can continue reading if you’d like!
The event is completely free to attend, ensuring that everyone can participate and enjoy the experience.
Make sure to stop by the Grand Rapids Public Library table!
Feeding Grizzlies - Grand Rapids, MI
Bandmates Grant VanderKallen (vocals/guitar) and Jackson Ritter (drums) have been rocking the Feeding Grizzlies moniker for nearly a decade. Since then the band has grown as Matt Zuby (bass) and Lorenzo Aguayo Jr. (guitar) were added to expand and complete their sound. Feeding Grizzlies is based around modern rock, combining crisp guitar riffs with slick vocal lines, while also exploring diverse sets of sub-genres. Each tune is crafted to be different from the next, creating exciting live performances with ample amounts of variety that keeps an audience engaged throughout the whole set.
9pm // FREE // 21+
Join us every Wednesday night for Geeks Who Drink trivia, a pub style quiz! Quizmaster Hayley will lead you on an adventure with topics ranging from celebrities in trouble to wordplay to bad television. Come by yourself, or with a team of up to six people!
Also, PizzaMI is back! They will be set up in our parking lot. Get here early to order some fresh za!
More info at the official blog: https://www.geekswhodrink.com/venues/1182372766/
Newbie? That’s OK!
Bring a team (up to 6), or join one at the bar
It’s free to play (but order something, ya cheapskate)
Expect 70-ish questions over 2 hours
Win free prizes*
Go on to massive fame, fortune, a happy home life, self-realization, etc.
Kick off your weekend with a 30 minute barre class, followed by $1 off each drink after class! It’s the perfect way to move, sip, and connect with our community. Perfect way to get moving, and celebrate the season with friends. Bring your own mat and water - shoes are optional.
FREE SHOW FRIDAY! VINTAGE SCI-FI COSTUME CONTEST EDITION!
Vespa - Vespa perfectly pairs the emotional and bold brass of a seasoned saxophonist with the pure passion of a musician finding her voice.
Tony Halchak & The Happenstance - Craft brewed Black Diamond Americana from Western Michigan.
Prizes for best sci-fi costume!
FREE // 21+ // 9pm
PizzaMI will be slinging za outside out taproom! Get to the show early and grab a delicious farm to table pizza! Their menu can be found here: https://www.pizzamitruck.com
We are very excited to host a few incredible vendors at Speciation Cellars the night of Uptown's Shop Hop for an excellent Christmas Market. Grab some gifts for your loved ones (or maybe a treat for yourself!) that are actually crafted by artists from Grand Rapids.
Vendors include:
Midnite Patisserie - your secret neighborhood bakery
One More Knot - Charming, nature inspired crochet gifts
Eggy Opus - Ceramics, collages, and mini egg disco balls
Madison Memoring - Illustration, watercolor painting & printed clothing of plants & mushrooms
Cloudkbd - Vibrant hand painted plants and animals (on wood!)
Join us every Wednesday night for Geeks Who Drink trivia, a pub style quiz! Quizmaster Hayley will lead you on an adventure with topics ranging from celebrities in trouble to wordplay to bad television. Come by yourself, or with a team of up to six people!
More info at the official blog: https://www.geekswhodrink.com/venues/1182372766/
Newbie? That’s OK!
Bring a team (up to 6), or join one at the bar
It’s free to play (but order something, ya cheapskate)
Expect 70-ish questions over 2 hours
Win free prizes*
Go on to massive fame, fortune, a happy home life, self-realization, etc.
We recently stocked up our online store with beer, shirts, glassware, and other trinkets. As always, we are offering delivery to all of West MI & the East side of the state. Taproom pick up is also cool with us!
Monday 12/16: Store Closes
Wednesday 12/18: West MI Delivery
Thursday 12/19: East Side Delivery (Lansing, Ann Arbor, Detroit, or anywhere close to any of those cities)
Taproom Pick Up: Wed 12/18 to Sun 12/22
THE MOONRAYS return to the Speciation stage!
Don't miss out on their unique blend of Retro Surf, Cosmic Blues & Atomic Rock!
The Moonrays will be playing every last Friday of the month at Speciation.
Music from 8-11pm!
Join us every Wednesday night for Geeks Who Drink trivia, a pub style quiz! Quizmaster Hayley will lead you on an adventure with topics ranging from celebrities in trouble to wordplay to bad television. Come by yourself, or with a team of up to six people!
Also, PizzaMI is back! They will be set up in our parking lot. Get here early to order some fresh za!
More info at the official blog: https://www.geekswhodrink.com/venues/1182372766/
Newbie? That’s OK!
Bring a team (up to 6), or join one at the bar
It’s free to play (but order something, ya cheapskate)
Expect 70-ish questions over 2 hours
Win free prizes*
Go on to massive fame, fortune, a happy home life, self-realization, etc.
SPUDDIES! A Grand Rapids supergroup featuring members of Ryne Experience (@ryneshyne ), @shortpanic , @fourmoreshapes , and Vernon Potts… JAM ROCK HEAVEN
21+ // 9pm // FREEEEEEEE
Join us for a night of feathered fun on November 21st from 7-9pm with the Grand Rapids Audubon Club for Bird Trivia!
Whether you're a seasoned birder or just winging it, this is your chance to test your knowledge of Michigan's most majestic fliers. Can you tell your chickadees from your blue jays, or will you be left singing the blues? Bring your friends and take a peck at some great prizes!
Join us every Wednesday night for Geeks Who Drink trivia, a pub style quiz! Quizmaster Hayley will lead you on an adventure with topics ranging from celebrities in trouble to wordplay to bad television. Come by yourself, or with a team of up to six people!
Also, PizzaMI is back! They will be set up in our parking lot. Get here early to order some fresh za!
More info at the official blog: https://www.geekswhodrink.com/venues/1182372766/
Newbie? That’s OK!
Bring a team (up to 6), or join one at the bar
It’s free to play (but order something, ya cheapskate)
Expect 70-ish questions over 2 hours
Win free prizes*
Go on to massive fame, fortune, a happy home life, self-realization, etc.
These Days - West MI acoustic folk-rock Americana that blends a balanced mix of male/female driven craft tunes
Deerfield Run - Deerfield Run is a band from Grand Rapids, MI that blends blues rock with a touch of country and a dash of funk.
21+ // FREE // 9pm!
Macaronage is a wild pastry sour ale brewed with strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, black currant, freshly baked macarons, vanilla, almond & cinnamon. We brew this beer every autumn with our lovely neighbors down the street, The Chartreuse Sisters! This thing is LOADED with flavor.
The Chartreuse Sisters will be on site from 4-7pm slinging Macaronage inspired macarons, so make sure to get here early!
$8/16oz can, $9/12oz draft pour
Join us every Wednesday night for Geeks Who Drink trivia, a pub style quiz! Quizmaster Hayley will lead you on an adventure with topics ranging from celebrities in trouble to wordplay to bad television. Come by yourself, or with a team of up to six people!
More info at the official blog: https://www.geekswhodrink.com/venues/1182372766/
Newbie? That’s OK!
Bring a team (up to 6), or join one at the bar
It’s free to play (but order something, ya cheapskate)
Expect 70-ish questions over 2 hours
Win free prizes*
Go on to massive fame, fortune, a happy home life, self-realization, etc.
Remember the 90s? Remember The BELL in the 90s? Well, we've teamed up with our pals Basalt for a one-night-only fest of all things MAS!
Basalt will be bringing out all the retro-themed deliciousness with a menu that riffs on legendary offerings from the 90s and beyond.
We'll be rocking and swaying and maybe even dancing to an excellent 90s playlist.
Oh and you can be damn sure we'll have some Baja Blast Off themed drinks at the bar!
See you there. Dress cool. Eat Mas! Meal Four!
Time to get NOISY.
The Ultraviolets return to bring their blend of post punk/post hardcore/noise to the taproom once again.
Bronson Arm is also returning with their shockingly full and intense psychedelic sludge punk from just 2 dudes making lots of noise.
9pm. 21+. FREE as always.
Join us every Wednesday night for Geeks Who Drink trivia, a pub style quiz! Quizmaster Hayley will lead you on an adventure with topics ranging from celebrities in trouble to wordplay to bad television. Come by yourself, or with a team of up to six people!
Our new kitchen Oso Provisions will be slinging herbed up comfort food from 5-9pm, so make a night of it! ALSO - The winning team gets a round of Oso’s famous deviled eggs!
More info at the official blog: https://www.geekswhodrink.com/venues/1182372766/
Newbie? That’s OK!
Bring a team (up to 6), or join one at the bar
It’s free to play (but order something, ya cheapskate)
Expect 70-ish questions over 2 hours
Win free prizes*
Go on to massive fame, fortune, a happy home life, self-realization, etc.
Join us every Wednesday night for Geeks Who Drink trivia, a pub style quiz! Quizmaster Hayley will lead you on an adventure with topics ranging from celebrities in trouble to wordplay to bad television. Come by yourself, or with a team of up to six people!
Our new kitchen Oso Provisions will be slinging herbed up comfort food from 5-9pm, so make a night of it! ALSO - The winning team gets a round of Oso’s famous deviled eggs!
More info at the official blog: https://www.geekswhodrink.com/venues/1182372766/
Newbie? That’s OK!
Bring a team (up to 6), or join one at the bar
It’s free to play (but order something, ya cheapskate)
Expect 70-ish questions over 2 hours
Win free prizes*
Go on to massive fame, fortune, a happy home life, self-realization, etc.
Join Black Cat Bodega & Speciation Cellars for a Halloween event you don't want to miss.
Our favorite spooky season is here and we want to throw a bash to remember! Leave the kids at home and come hang out with us at Speciation Cellars, Saturday night, October 26th for our Black Cat Bazaar.
We will be closing down their entire parking lot for the event and opening up the tasting room for all the fun. Put your scariest costume on and come join the fun. We'll have a local artisan nite market, a fire show, live music, pin the tail on the devil, a special beer brewed just for the event, spooky drinks, costume contests, tarot readers, a spooky food menu from Oso Provisions, Kory's Antojitos Mexican Food Truck, sweet treats from La Lune specialty desserts & so much more!!
THE MOONRAYS return to the Speciation stage!
Don't miss out on their unique blend of Retro Surf, Cosmic Blues & Atomic Rock!
The Moonrays will be playing every last Friday of the month at Speciation.
Music from 8-11pm!
Join us every Wednesday night for Geeks Who Drink trivia, a pub style quiz! Quizmaster Hayley will lead you on an adventure with topics ranging from celebrities in trouble to wordplay to bad television. Come by yourself, or with a team of up to six people!
Our new kitchen Oso Provisions will be slinging herbed up comfort food from 5-9pm, so make a night of it! ALSO - The winning team gets a round of Oso’s famous deviled eggs!
More info at the official blog: https://www.geekswhodrink.com/venues/1182372766/
Newbie? That’s OK!
Bring a team (up to 6), or join one at the bar
It’s free to play (but order something, ya cheapskate)
Expect 70-ish questions over 2 hours
Win free prizes*
Go on to massive fame, fortune, a happy home life, self-realization, etc.
